With Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, as their running partner, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has increased their campaign efforts and is interacting with people in public and at rallies. They have, however, encountered major obstacles in their attempts to win over constituents. NAPO made remarks that have angered the Muslim population around the country in an attempt to win over voters. The party is now trying to handle the backlash and regain the trust of the impacted community after these comments drew harsh criticism and put them in a difficult situation.



One of NAPO's statements, in which he claimed that voting for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as a Muslim is "haram," has been particularly controversial. The term "haram" in Islamic law denotes actions that are forbidden or sinful, making his remarks not only politically sensitive but also religiously provocative. This has ignited debates about the intersection of religion and politics in Ghana, raising concerns over the potential misuse of religious principles in political discourse.

While democracy and Islamic law have distinct approaches to governance, NAPO’s statement underscores the challenges that arise when religious beliefs are invoked in a political context. The fallout from this controversy has cast uncertainty over the NPP’s electoral prospects, as the party works to mitigate the damage and navigate the complex relationship between faith and politics in its campaign strategy.

Source: TV3

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